Sunday, January 31, 2010

I recently purchased two gorgeous Thomas Paul pillows that unfortunately don't work for me color scheme :( They have a beautiful pattern, great size and wonderful quality!!! I got a great deal on them and thought I would check with my readers to see if they would work for someone else.

They retail for $100 per pillow but they could be yours for $40 per pillow!!!

Pillow Details:

100% linen

95/5 feather/down insert

22x22 "

reversible pattern on back

Here is a picture of them, they are less bright in person and more violet than pink.

I could see them on a sofa or lovely on a bed.

Email me with questions and shipping quote.

Thomas Paul Pillow

2 available-SOLD

Pic of Manuel Canovas Pali pillows, which the Thomas Paul resemble but MUCH less $$

Friday, January 29, 2010

Believe me it's NOT what you think!!! Ok, so I woke up this morning to freezing temps (high of 17 degrees) and a broken thermostat. So I made an emergency call to the furnace company and they sent someone out right away. Of course our thermostat is located on my brand new million dollar Cole and Son wallpaper so I started to get very nervous. The repair guy explained the new thermostat was much smaller so it would not cover the non-wallpapered part of the wall. Therefore we needed to purchase a "beauty plate" to go around the thermostat. The beauty plate was going to cost us an additional $60 and trust me there's nothing beautiful about it!!! For sixty bucks I asked him if it came in pink, and just an FYI they don't! My husband was like only you would need a beauty plate installed with a thermostat. LOL

Here's a beauty shot of my brand new beauty plate :o

Ok, I will also leave you with a pretty image to make-up for the beauty plate!!!

Thursday, January 28, 2010

It's so darn cold here today I thought some beaches images were just what the doctor ordered.

I am obsessed with the ocean and beach, it truly inspires me when I am decorating. I think that is why I use so much blue in my home--it relaxes me and feels so serene. When it comes to your home I believe you should do what you love and what makes you feel good!!!

Think about what excites you visually and use that in your home.

Breathtaking...

Nothing like a walk on beach and that umbrella is fabulous...

Millions of little shells cover the beach as far as the eye can see...

Love this blue crab such an amazing shade of blue--makes me happy!!! I just purchased two tiny star bust mirrors that use this color blue

(will feature them in another post).

Ok, have you ever seen something so inviting??? Can you imagine taking a beach siesta in this!!!

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Last night my dear friend Marla threw a surprise 25th Birthday party for me!!! Ok maybe not 25th but close, not?? My girlfriends and my mom gathered at a local restaurant watched The Bachelor had some drinks and lots of laughs. I am so lucky to have such amazing friends and really had a wonderful birthday. Marla arranged the whole PERFECT night and the best part my birthday cake, does it look familiar? The Hermes throw I have been coveting...

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Great pillow sale today at Gilt.com, Thomas Paul pillows for a steal!!! Most are 22x22, down insert included and marked down from $100 per pillow to $40!!!! If you are not already a member of Gilt click here to sign up. ACT FAST they sell quickly!!!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

When it comes to a nursery I don't like anything to babyish, I know that might sound weird but true. I recently found this artist on Etsy Amber Alexander who does darling pieces but does not scream nursery!

Monday, January 18, 2010

I know this is not exactly something for your home BUT these calling cards are so beautiful you could put them on display! I ordered some for my mom this summer and loved them so much I just got the same one's for me. The shop is called Enfin, La Volia! through Etsy and she is out of Belgium (but the shipping cost is minimal). You can get 48 calling cards for $22.50!!! She also does personalized note cards, wedding invitations and much more. Look at how gorgeous her stuff is.....

These are the ones I purchased for my mom and now for myself too!

Lucy in the sky with flowers $22.50 for 48 cards, love the bright colors...

About Me

I love hunting for beautiful things for my home, it has become somewhat of an obsession!!! Vintage pieces tend to be my favorite but I also enjoy new things too. Hunting for a great deal is also a priority and a thrill. Sharing my finds with others is something I love to do--hope you enjoy. The gorgeous image in my blog header is by Sarah at www.abeachcottage.com. Please email me at memebrook@hotmail.com with any questions.